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Anti-virus software is a good defense against computer viruses in the same way that getting flu shot can help protect you against getting the flu. Immunity from the flu does not last more than 10-12 months, so everyone knows that they need to get a flu shot every year. Updating your virus definitions is equally important – if not every day, at least once a week. Flu shots and anti-virus software are not 100% effective. The flu viruses mutate continually and at least a dozen new computer viruses are created every day. The virus always precedes the cure, and a lot of damage can be done before the medicine arrives.

Two of the most popular anti-virus programs are Norton Anti-Virus and McAfee Virus Clinic. However, just having the software is not sufficient. Update your virus software regularly. If you are connected to the internet with DSL or cable, set your anti-virus software to perform automatic updates daily. If you have a dial-up connection to the internet, you’ll need to get into the habit of updating your virus definitions. You’ll give yourself peace of mind.